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November 11, 2019

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These companies can find your number and call while you're browsing their websites

It's downright creepy when you're browsing for something online, then you're hit with a slew of ads promoting the same or similar products. Now online tracking is getting even more bizarre as companies are coming after you in another way â â through phone calls that feel even more invasive. We'll tell you how this marketing tactic works and how you can beat these companies at their own game.

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Top 5 gadgets celebrities are using right now

Just like all of us, the rich and famous are fond of all things tech â and the sight of one using a particular device is enough to send sales of that product through the roof. If you want to live like a rockstar, here's our guide to the most popular tech items used by celebrities today. Once you pocket one of these cool gadgets for yourself, you might want to keep an eye out for paparazzi lurking in the hedges.

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Netflix won't work on these TVs and streaming boxes next month

Recently, Netflix announced it will no longer be compatible with older Samsung smart TVs and some Roku streaming boxes. Now, the company is expanding that list to include even more smart TVs and boxes that won't work with the latest edition of the streaming service's platform. Read on to find out if your device makes the cut â or if you'll need to invest in some brand-new equipment.

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Wait until Black Friday to buy these items

It's easy to get suckered into buying things you don't really need this time of year. But if you're shopping for new tech, there are a few items you really should wait to buy. Need a new TV? I'll tell you when to pull the trigger.

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Bowling tech: How the heavy balls are made

Bowling can trace its history back to almost the beginning of civilization itself. There are even wall drawings in royal Egyptian tombs that date back to 5200 B.C. Needless to say, some people are pretty passionate about the sport. But over the ages, bowling balls have become a kind of new technology of their own. These seemingly simple pieces of sports tech are more complicated then you might think.

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Navigating the digital world can be intimidating and sometimes downright daunting. But I'm here to help! Do you want to cut the cable? Maybe youâd like advice on starting your own online business. Or perhaps someone in your family is misusing tech and you need some help.

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The doctor is not in: Don't misdiagnose yourself on the internet

When you donât feel well, the first question you probably ask yourself is, âWhatâs wrong with me?â And instead of calling a doctor, the internet is so much more convenient, right? You might want to reconsider that. According to a recent survey of 2,000 Americans by LetsGetChecked and OnePoll, 43% of respondents said they managed to misdiagnose themselves after relying on âDr. Googleâ for help. Not just that, researchers found more than 60% of those who used Google to diagnose their symptoms received an inaccurate diagnosis. And those bad diagnoses would actually cause them to worry about serious diseases or other health problems they didnât even have. On the other hand, the survey also found just over 50% of respondents consult a medical professional when trying to determine what their symptoms really mean.

Google might be cheaper and more convenient than going to see a real doctor, but the tech giant certainly didnât go to medical school.

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